Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP1s

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung HZ15W and Sigma DP1s, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the HZ15W (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The HZ15W was introduced 7 months prior to the DP1s so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the HZ15W grades vs the DP1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ15W & Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ15W comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ15W and the DP1s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HZ15W and DP1s is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ15W and DP1s.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HZ15W with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung HZ15W will give you extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older HZ15W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.